Jimmie's Chicken Shack
Jimmie’s Chicken Shack formed in 1993. J.C.S. blends rock, funk, metal with elements of ska and reggae to create their own unique sound they call “Muttrock”. The band released two tapes and two cds on their own label, Fowl Records, from 1993-1995. The band then signed to Elton John’s Rocket Records in 1996 and released their major-label debut, “Pushing The Salmanilla Envelope” in 1997 and started touring nationally and internationally. Their single High became a staple on rock radio around the world, reaching number 10 on the Billboard Active Rock chart. The video for High was the first digital video ever aired on MTV. In 1999 they released Bring Your Own Stereo on Island/DefJam records. Their single Do Right crossed over to multiple radio formats and reached number 8 on the Billboard Alternative chart. The video was a staple on MTV and M2. In 2004 the band released Re.Present on the Koch label. In 2009 they released Fail On Cue on Fowl records. J.C.S. new record called “Seconds” was released on Fowl Records in December 2022. Known for their energetic and eclectic live sets, Jimmie’s Chicken Shack’s line up consists of founding member Jimi Haha on vocals and guitar, Jerome Maffeo on drums, Christian Valiente on bass, Island Styles OR Bryan Ewald on guitar and Matt Jones on guitar to make the band a 5 piece. J.C.S. is celebrated their 30th anniversary in 2023.